The proposed bill seeks to amend the Revised School Code by adding a new section, 1164f, which establishes a Cultural History Advisory Board within the Department of Education. This board will be appointed by the Superintendent of Public Instruction and is required to consist of members from diverse cultural backgrounds, including Asian-American, Latino, Black, Indigenous, Caribbean-American, Jewish-American, and European-American communities, as well as educators and representatives from higher education institutions. The board's members must demonstrate cultural competency and adhere to the principles of the Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act, ensuring that they do not exhibit bias or discrimination.

The advisory board is tasked with providing recommendations for a K-12 curriculum toolkit and professional development focused on cultural competency in teaching history related to various cultural groups. They are required to hold public meetings to gather input from the community and collaborate with local institutions and cultural organizations. The board will also form subcommittees to guide the development of curriculum for each cultural group. Members will serve two-year terms, and the Superintendent has the authority to remove members for various reasons, including incompetence or misconduct.

Statutes affected:
Senate Introduced Bill: 380.1, 380.1852